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St. Helens residents have seen something new crop up in town over the past week: yellow ribbons adorning trees and utility poles all over the main streets of the city. Read more
Matthew Feinkind and Panthea Bishop have a passion for farming. Read more
The Scappoose City Council has approved a resolution to continue its State of Emergency with an amendment to the parks section of the declaration. Read more
An unusual gift has shown up at the Columbia County Public Works office on Oregon Street in St. Helens. Read more
Multiple projects are underway at the Scappoose Industrial Airpark that signal significant countywide economic development. Read more
The Chronicle continues to look for people making a positive difference in our community. When we find such inspiring stories, we share them through our special Who We Are series of reports. Read more
As the November 3 General Election approaches, candidates for the St. Helens City Council are emerging. Read more
Governor Kate Brown and the Oregon Health Authority have issued revised guidance requiring face coverings or face shields for employees in private office spaces, in addition to public office spaces. Read more
Columbia County fire agencies have sent in 13 firefighters and a commander to assist in the wildfire battle at the Mosier Creek blaze that was approaching 1,000 acres on Friday, August, 14. Read more
It’s quite a journey for Emma Rae Phillips from attending high school in St. Helens and graduating in 2019 from Scappoose High School. Read more
The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change. For specific details about cases listed,… Read more
Volunteers and fund raising are making the difference Read more
Update posted Aug. 12 Read more
An 800-acre wildfire near The Dalles in the Columbia River Gorge is believed to be human caused, according to the Oregon Department of Forestry ODF. Read more
When the Spirit of Halloweentown event returns this fall, one crowd favorite that will return is the annual Haunted House. Read more
Columbia County has topped 100 COVID-19 cases. Read more
The Oregon Legislature met for a Special Session that lasted late into the night Monday, August 10, as lawmakers from the Oregon House and Senate passed a dozen bills to address a $1 billion shortfall in the state budget. Read more
Final results are in following a month-long food donation drive by the Scappoose Grocery Outlet, at 52115 Columbia River Highway. Read more
Halloweentown is the City of St. Helens’ signature event each fall that draws thousands and produces significant revenue. Read more
St. Helens Police Patrol Officer Jamin Coy is being recognized by the City of St. Helens for his five years of service. Read more
We have had very nice weather lately. Read more
Sobering statistics about COVID-19 have emerged during Columbia County Public Health Director Michael Paul's weekly briefing before the county board of commissioners. Read more
A $312,000 improvement project is underway at Campbell Park in St. Helens. Read more
Oregon Governor Kate Brown is in active conversations about the potential of travel restrictions to slow the spread of coronavirus between states. Read more
The police blotter relates to the public record of incidents as reported by law enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Information printed is preliminary and subject to change. For specific details about cases listed,… Read more
Although the 105th annual Columbia County Fair & Rodeo will not happen this year, there will be limited entertainment at the fairgrounds in the upcoming months. Read more
Discussions have begun about whether or not to merge the Columbia County Community Justice Department with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Read more
The case against a Rainier juvenile facing murder charges could be conducted in adult court. Read more
School district administrators in Columbia County are now reacting to the latest state review and requirements to open schools this fall. Read more
Sen. Jeff Merkley (D–Oregon) said the U.S. Senate is working on multiple priorities, from the fourth coronavirus emergency relief bill to police brutality to voter suppression to extending unemployment benefits, all topics Merkley discussed with Columbia County residents during an electronic… Read more
The Columbia River flows right alongside St. Helens and other Columbia County cities and is home to not only a thriving ecosystem, but also a vibrant transportation industry – an industry that can greatly impact the surrounding area when something goes wrong. Read more
As COVID-19 case counts continue to rise throughout the State of Oregon, Governor Kate Brown has announced what metrics school districts must meet in order to reopen for in-person instruction during the 2020-21 school year. Read more
Even during COVID-19, the staff and volunteers at Columbia Humane Society are continuing their work, even though operations have been modified. Read more
Columbia County Public Health reported 66 total confirmed or presumptive COVID-19 cases and still no deaths associated with the virus, as of July 22. Read more
Construction projects have moved forward in St. Helens despite the pandemic. Read more
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